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Let’s talk about heroic viticulture, an important event in the journey among the excellences present at the eighteenth Pitti Immagine food fair. A journey full of presentations: masterclasses, talks, meetings and tastings, which involved over 750 participating companies. This year, the three-day event in Florence also discussed heroic viticulture, in particular wines that come from volcanic vineyards, at high altitude, terraced, on steep slopes or overlooking the sea. A journey to discover and learn and taste, through the presence of twenty courageous winemakers who grow vines in extreme situations, in atypical climates, save forgotten, disappeared vines, dare to adopt winemaking methods with refinements at high altitude, under the snow or at the bottom of the sea, unique wines. These heroic winemakers are the safeguard of their territories, a heritage for all.

New for this edition: The Taste MasterClasses dedicated to heroic wines “The courage to be unique: heroic wines that look at the sea” Speaker: Wine Critic Zosimo (Carmelo Sgandurra) Destro Vini, Count Gherardo degli Azzoni Avogadro, Biagi Vini, Casale del Giglio, Marisa Cuomo, Az. Agr. Cav. Emiro Bortolusso, Azienda Agricola Toscani, Salvatore d’Amico

“The courage to be unique: heroic wines“ Speaker: Paolo Lauciani Biagi Vini, Marisa Cuomo, Podere La Botta, Radoar, Giovani Dri il Roncat, Sandro De Bruno, NiMa, Azienda Agricola Toscani, Destro Vini, Vigne Muzanu

“The courage to be unique: the bubbles of heroic lands” Speaker: Paolo Lauciani Mike Dalto, Biagi Vini, Sandro De Bruno, Tenute Lombardo, Az. Agr. Cav. Emiro Bortolusso, Tenuta Stella, Destro Vini, Cembra Cantina di Montagna

On the occasion of Wine Paris, the leading trade fair in the sector, scheduled in Paris from 10 to 12 February, Bottega is introducing a historic innovation in the world of Prosecco, simultaneously presenting 4 different vintages of the well-known sparkling wine.

Bottega is the first Prosecco winery to take on a major challenge in the name of absolute quality, which is the result of study and research, as well as long experiments, to which the agronomists and oenologists of the Bibano di Godega (TV) company have dedicated themselves for over 3 years. In this Parisian exhibition context, 4 different vintages are launched: 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The aim is to fully grasp and enhance the potential of a grape variety, Glera, which can express not only freshness and aroma, but also structure and complexity. These are wines of great substance with the characteristics of a true Reserve that, even before the law recognized this type for Prosecco, Bottega began to produce with 12-month fermentation in an autoclave. The result is complex aromas, persistence on the palate and flavor. These elective characteristics, together with longevity, therefore make these sparkling wines similar, if not superior to many established Champagnes. In detail, they are characterized by unique peculiarities that elevate their quality to 360°: Selection of individual vineyards in the most suitable plots among the UNESCO World Heritage Hills; Glera grapes grown in the name of sustainability and harvested only by hand when they are perfectly ripe; Pre-fermentation cryomaceration, to fully safeguard the organoleptic charge of the grapes; Aging in new “horizontal” autoclaves, the result of the most advanced technological research applied to quality oenology; Long fermentation times, to obtain wines with different organoleptic expressions depending on the individual vintages and the different crus. They are all Extra Brut sparkling wines, suitable for important pairings, not only as an aperitif, but also tasty first courses and white meats or even game. The idea, born a few years ago and pursued with foresight, aims to give Prosecco a new image and to constitute a stimulus to the training of new generations of entrepreneurs, capable of producing excellent crus that will be requested all over the world and served in the best restaurants, starred and traditional, but all high class. The top of the range of the “Prosecco Premium Vintage Collection Bottega” line will be the Gold Stardust, 2021 vintage, still in the maturation phase (€250 retail price per bottle). In the meantime, another release, 2021 vintage, has been ready for a week. It is Black Stardust (€119 retail price per bottle). Regarding the packaging, the external surface of the bottle is enriched with 3,000 black crystals, positioned by hand to give a stardust effect. It is an unprecedented total black finish further embellished by the glittery label and capsule. In a few days the first 4,000 bottles have already been sold.

The Eternal City Celebrates Wine Culture

We remind you that the last places are available to participate in the IV edition of the Rome Wine Expo Event 8-9-10 March 2025 Rome.

After the success of past editions, we are convinced that the city of Rome, the center of wine culture in Italy, deserves an exclusive event aimed at a knowledgeable and passionate audience. This is why we are confidently proposing the fourth edition of the Rome Wine Expo event. The name we have chosen for the event clearly demonstrates the universal purpose we have given ourselves: meeting, business, masterclass, training and promotion. – TASTING BANKS, MASTERCLASSES AND WORKSHOPS Through the tasting benches and masterclasses we will examine the different territorial declinations. Great importance will be given to the masterclasses in order to delve into the various terroirs. The venue of the event, the masterclasses for the 2025 edition are being defined. The interested producers will be contacted by the organization to intervene in the conference room.

-WINE SALE AT THE EVENT

New for this edition is the sale of wine directly by the producer at the exhibition stand on March 8 and 9.

On March 10th the day will be dedicated to the meeting with the operators and the awards ceremony.

COST OF TASTING STAND FOR 3 DAYS:

Classic workstation 130 x 90 cm = 650 VAT

Reduced workstation 90 x 90 cm = 450 VAT

PROVISIONAL PROGRAM OF THE EVENT Saturday 8 March 2025 2:00 pm Opening of tasting stands 2:00 pm/8:00 pm Masterclass to be defined 8:00 pm Closing of tasting stands Sunday 9 March 2025 2:00 pm Opening of tasting stands 2:00 pm/8:00 pm Masterclass to be defined 8:00 pm Closing of tasting stands Monday 10 March 2025 day dedicated to operators 11:00 am Opening of tasting stands 2:00 pm Rome Wine Expo Excellence Awards 5:00 pm Closing of the event

– LE ECCELLENCE DI ROME WINE EXPO COMPETITION Riserva Grande’s mission has always been to enhance the territory as the primary expression of the exclusivity of each wine. To this end, we have decided to announce a double competition within the event. On the afternoon of Monday 10 March, the wines selected based on categories established by a panel of professional tasters and the participants in the event will be awarded. 1. A commission of experts gathered in a jury will award the wines selected for the final. Each participating company can send a maximum of 3 references by 30 January 2025. 2. All the wines present at the event will instead be voted on by the participants during the days of the event, who will indicate their preferences through a digital system. Participation in the Eccellenze is free and does not involve any additional costs. To join the competition, we will send the participation methods and the membership form to the wineries that will join the event.

– WHO IS THE EVENT AIMED AT? The aim of ROME WINE EXPO is to involve in particular the operators of the sector, such as 1. Specialized and non-specialized press (media diffusion of the Event) 2. Ho.re.ca circuit: Wine shops, Restaurants, Hotels 3. Roman representation agencies 4. Wine & food bloggers 5. Sommeliers and enthusiasts 6. International buyers 7. Private consumers

IDEAL WINE TO CELEBRATE VALENTINE’S DAY WHICH IS BORN IN THE HEART OF MONFERRATO, A UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE.

The ideal companion for moments to remember: for this Valentine’s Day, Barbera d’Asti DOCG is the ideal wine that combines tradition and modernity.

Recognized for its intense color and rich aromatic profile, Barbera d’Asti DOCG offers a unique experience that speaks to all five senses. Its perfect balance of acidity and soft tannins pairs beautifully with the intense flavors of traditional dishes , and with the boldness of dark chocolate , creating a surprising and delicious pairing . Its Superiore version, matured for at least 14 months, conquers critics and modern palates, reflecting the continuous evolution of this charismatic wine.

Direct and satisfying, without being too formal, but with an innate vocation for quality , Barbera is born where the Vineyard Landscapes of Piedmont: Langhe-Roero and Monferrato, have been recognized as a world heritage site by UNESCO . These landscapes are increasingly appreciated for their cultural and historical value linked to the winemaking tradition: with an elegance that speaks of “Piedmont “, it remains faithful to its peasant roots, celebrating Monferrato , one of the most attractive areas in the world of wine . The region of Langhe, Roero and Monferrato, in fact, celebrates not only a breathtaking landscape, but also a culture of wine that flows in the veins of the community.

Whether served alongside robust dishes or paired with bold desserts, Barbera d’Asti DOCG never fails to celebrate every occasion in the best possible way . This grape variety , a symbol of Piedmont that crosses time and space, is appreciated all over the world . Its global versatility and its continuous evolution are an explicit invitation to young people to discover and rediscover a wine that, while rooted in tradition, knows how to speak the language of innovation and modern trends.